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- 1BMW i3 crosses Europe without charging worries●Worried about charging stops? Across Europe with the BMW i3 ⚡🏁
Drivers are discussing a long journey across Europe in a BMW i3, the electric city car, with a focus on how to handle charging stops along the route. The topic is drawing attention from electric vehicle enthusiasts weighing the practicality of older, shorter-range EVs for long-distance travel across multiple countries.
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A BMW M3 driver in the Netherlands fitted a very cheap titanium exhaust ordered from AliExpress, and the resulting sound reportedly surprised everyone. The story is drawing attention among car enthusiasts, alongside chatter about Chinese car brands gaining a permanent foothold in Europe and record valuations for the Kimera EVO37 compared with the original Lancia 037 rally car it echoes.
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J.League club Shimizu S-Pulse is drawing attention in Japan for several reasons at once. The club announced a one-of-a-kind collaboration model with Shizuoka BMW, an X1 priced at 7.26 million yen. Yokohama F. Marinos meanwhile announced changes and cancellations to events planned for their match against Shimizu. The club also mourns Jias, a 1995 squad member who scored in the club's first opening match, whose death was announced officially.
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One-pedal driving lets electric vehicle drivers accelerate and slow down mostly using only the accelerator pedal, with regenerative braking slowing the car whenever the pedal is lifted. Explanatory coverage is walking through how the system works, why it maximizes energy recapture and range, and why some drivers love it while others need time to adjust. It is a standard feature in many modern EVs from brands like Tesla, Nissan and BMW.
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BMW is reportedly using profits from its growing electric vehicle lineup to continue developing and producing its V8 engines, according to a Motor1.com report. The story highlights how EV sales are funding the survival of high-performance combustion powertrains as stricter emissions rules push most automakers to phase out large engines.
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Reports say BMW is ending the iX, its flagship electric SUV. The iX launched in 2021 as the brand's technology showcase, pairing long range with a bold design and high-end interior. Motor1.com carries the report that the model is dead, and the news is drawing attention from EV watchers and BMW fans discussing what will replace it.